Putting a key in the lock of the front door to unlock or lock it Is something that we do pretty much every day – even in these Covid pandemic times – so much so that we don’t even give a second thought to it. But what happens if you put the key in the
The humble letterbox is something that many people don’t give a second thought to, except when they hear the post being delivered through it. But the letterbox is a crucial part of your home security and homeowners should take precautions to ensure it is as secure as possible. Identity theft – where somebody steals the
Top security tips for property landlords While being a property landlord comes with a wealth of responsibilities, security should be at the forefront of your thinking. The private rented sector accounted for 4.5 million households in 2017/18, and has more than doubled since 2002, according to property specialists Knight Frank. Before the coronavirus outbreak occurred,
Top five strongest padlocks in the world If you’re looking for a relatively cheap but effective security option, then the humble padlock is always worth considering. For locking anything from a gate to a suitcase to more high security items, padlocks have been keeping possessions safe for decades. But there are many different sorts of
Christmas is many people’s favourite time of the year – especially when they receive presents. But it is also many thieves favourite time of the year too, with plenty of stealable items ready to be snatched from unsuspecting houses. Being the victim of a burglary can be heart-breaking at any time of year, but especially
Before we get started you may be asking yourself “why would i need to have your Leicester locksmith upgrade my locks?” so lets give you the reasons as to why people should carefully consider either changing or upgrading their locks on their home or business property. The main reason is an obvious one “security”, now
How to make sure your windows are safe With the weather being unseasonably warm across the country over the recent Easter period, many people will have been opening their windows to bring fresh air into the house. But care has to be taken as windows are one of the most vulnerable areas of a house
In the past year there has been a surge in rogue locksmiths visiting people’s houses and massively overcharging them for standard jobs that shouldn’t cost much. But there are ways for customers to check if a locksmith is bona fide before they potentially end up with shoddy work, a hefty bill or – worse –
Facts you might not know about locksmiths Locksmiths are the type of professionals that most people don’t think about until they need them when they are locked out of their house or car or need replacement keys. But locksmithing is about much more than being there to help you out in an emergency: it is
Locksmiths – still open for business in Leicester The coronavirus pandemic has affected businesses in all sectors in the UK, and locksmiths have been no exception. But mobile locksmiths – including Inta-lock Locksmiths in Leicester – are still open for business, although observing strict conditions to avoid risking spreading COVID-19 to customers. While much of